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ALEXANDER F. ROTHWELL

ALEXANDER ROTHWELL Obituary

ROTHWELL--Alexander Falcon, Of Westport, CT, and Remsenburg, NY, treasured son of Susan and Jim Rothwell and adored brother of Zachary, died unexpectedly on August 12, 2013, at the age of 13. Joyous, singular soul, fearless explorer, adventurous spirit, fiery and sensitive, impulsive tinkerer, brilliant mathematician, science Olympian, voracious fantasy reader, Clash of Clans addict, ocean lover, prodigious builder of all things, and reluctant paddle board champion, Alex's blazing smile lit the way. His death devastates those he touched, yet our hearts overflow with the utmost pride in his life -- in his intelligence, his wit, his energy, his beauty, and his unwavering faith in his ideas. Alex's family and friends invite you to join them in celebrating Alex's life at the Unitarian Church in Westport, CT, on Saturday, August 24th at 11am. In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a small donation in Alex's honor please consider Oceana, a cause that Alex cared about: Oceana

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Published by New York Times on Aug. 21, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for ALEXANDER ROTHWELL

22 Entries

Nicole ShearmN

August 15, 2020

I still think of you In your opti today whenever I happen to come into the WYS.

Rosemary Wiener

September 12, 2013

Diana and Susan (and all other family members) - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Losing any child at any age is a burden that no parent, grandparent or other relative should ever have to bear. Love, Rosemary Wiener

Merrie Joy Leighton

August 29, 2013

I see so much love and a beautiful soul in your beloved Alexander's face. Like so many others, I was drawn to read his amazing accomplishments. I extend my deepest sympathy to your whole family. I am the mother of a son who in many ways reminds me of yours and I cannot imagine your loss. Please know that I am praying for peace and God's love to help you through your loss.

Sarah and Tony Gill

August 28, 2013

We also were touched deeply by Alex's photo in the Times. That it appeared several days in a row also added to our concern and sympathy for your family. We as parents identify with you and share your grief and pain.

August 27, 2013

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rothwell and Zach-
I am one of the people who saw Alexander's photo in the NYT and was struck by how much he had accomplished in such a short time and how special your family must be...
I know from experience that we carry the people we love
forever in our hearts.
L.A.Aldridge - Nantucket, MA

August 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss! I went to school with Alex at the Montessori School and he was a great kid! Sending my best wishes to his whole family. He will be missed!

Judi Snyder

August 27, 2013

Like several people who have shared their thoughts with you I too was drawn to your son's picture in the Times. His beautiful face is filled with love and a peace that not many have.I know he'll continue to live in the hearts of those who knew him and loved him the most.My sincere condolences on your loss. Judi Snyder

Elaine Hull

August 27, 2013

I, too, was struck by his glowing face in The New York Times and impressed by his gifts and accomplishments. My husband and I lost our only son at age 18, so I know intimately the grief that you feel. I hope that the joys that you shared with him will continue to enrich your life. I already contribute to Oceana, but will make an additional gift in his honor.

Diane Glasz

August 27, 2013

Please allow a comment from a stranger. I noticed Alexander's beautiful face in the paper this past weekend and am drawn each morning since to see it again. What an accomplished young man, it reads that you have shared wonderful life together, albeit too short.
I pray for strength for your family and that you find yourselves surrounded by loving family and friends to help you through these days.

Alex Bea

August 26, 2013

We here at Oceana are terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Alex sounds like a truly wonderful person. We're also very touched that you chose gifts to Oceana to memorialize him. If I can be of any help please let me know (abeaoceana.org).

Tom Wilson

August 25, 2013

I, too, am a stranger to your family; just a Dad who read in The Times of your son's passing. His face carries wisdom beyond his years, and the beautiful summary of his too-brief life hinted at experiences to be envied by those of us far, far older. With apologies for intruding on your grief, please accept my heartfelt hope that sweet memories and the abiding love of one another will carry you through these dark days.

Christopher Purdy

August 25, 2013

Mr. and Mrs. Rothwell: My name will mean nothing to you. Having seen Alexander's photo in the NY Times this week, as a parent I wanted to extend my condolences at the lost of such a beautiful child. I cannot imagine your pain. His thirteen years were filled with accomplishment, and more importantly, love. You can tell from his face how much love he gave and how much you gave him. I don't mean to intrude, but I could not help writing-May Alexander's memory always bring you joy.
Christopher Purdy
Columbus OH

August 25, 2013

Your son's beautiful face was seen in this morning's NY Times, along with words of his special life. My heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lynne Korman, Tiburon, California

Rebecca, Ben, Walker, and Honor

August 24, 2013

Susan, Jim, and Zach - There are no words for how we are feeling, and for how devastated we are for you. We love you, and we will always love and miss Alex. He was an amazing person - brilliant, thoughtful, charismatic, curious, funny, insightful, adventurous, and always interesting and engaging company - and and we feel incredibly lucky to have known him.

CONNIE HANEY

August 24, 2013

WITH HEARTFELT SYMPATHY ON YOUR GRIEVOUS LOSS. WORDS CAN NEVER EXPRESS WHAT IS IN ONE'S HEART. MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES YOU HAVE.

August 23, 2013

Our hearts break for Alex and his brother and his mom and dad. We are more sorry than we know how to tell. We will be thinking of you and hoping for the time when peace will find you.

Bill Carmany and Lori Schoenberg

August 23, 2013

My condolences to the Rothwell family. May you find comfort from God's word recorded at Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10 regarding the loss of your loved one.

Margaret Bergh

August 23, 2013

Susan Jim and Zach I am so incredibly sorry to hear about Alex. I was in shock when I read it. I can not imagine how hard this must be for your family I loved watching the boys for you in Remsenburg and found Alex to be so incredibly bright. My heart goes out to Zach also. I pray for your family to be able to endure this sad time and keep the good memories close. He will live on in your hearts always. Much love to your family

August 22, 2013

I'm reading about your wonderful son in the NYTimes . You don't know me , but as a mother of a 13 year old boy, my heart bleeds for you. Your son and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss
Jane Kaczmarek - Pasadena California

August 22, 2013

Unbearable loss. We all cherish Alex's memory during their short visit to Istanbul. Our hearts will be there to celebriate his life.

Mark Pellington

August 22, 2013

I'm
Very sorry for your loss

Nicole Shearman Fluehr

August 21, 2013

The Fluehr family will remember you sailing your opti Alex! You will be missed by Mac, Cole, Griffin and Arden on the water. Mac said you were the top opti sailor of the year. he was happy because you took sailing seriously and were respectful.

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